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Ursula von der Leyen

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European Commission

Ursula von der Leyen serves as the President of the European Commission, as evidenced by her leadership role in setting the institution's agenda [1], [2] and her official duties such as delivering the State of the Union address [3], [4] and representing the Commission in international negotiations [5], [6]. — 13 supporting facts

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European Union

European Union

Ursula von der Leyen serves as the President of the European Commission, representing the European Union in international affairs and policy-making as evidenced by her 2023 State of the Union address [1], [2], [3]. Furthermore, she actively shapes the European Union's economic and geopolitical strategies, including negotiations with the U.S. and internal policy reforms [4], [5], [6]. — 6 supporting facts

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The European Union's Strategic Autonomy, Transatlantic Shifts and ... frictions.europeamerica.de Oleksandr Kandyuk · Frictions Oct 1, 2025 4 facts

quoteUrsula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, emphasized the need to form a “geopolitical Commission” and to elevate the European Union’s role on the world stage in her 2023 State of the Union address.

accountUrsula von der Leyen delivered the State of the Union Address 2023 on September 13, 2023, for the European Commission.

quoteUrsula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, stated in her 2023 State of the Union address the need to form a “geopolitical Commission” and to elevate the European Union’s role on the world stage.

Europe's quest for strategic autonomy in response to Trumpism link.springer.com Springer Dec 8, 2025 4 facts

claimThe European Union's decision to purchase U.S. weapon systems and accept certain U.S. tariffs, following a meeting between Ursula von der Leyen and Donald Trump at his private golf club, is interpreted as a loss of EU autonomy and a departure from traditional negotiation mechanisms.

accountIn early March 2025, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presented a multi-billion Euro 'plan to rearm Europe' ahead of the EU crisis summit on Ukraine.

quoteUrsula von der Leyen stated at the 2025 Davos World Economic Forum: "The world order based on cooperation, as we imagined it 25 years ago, has not become reality. Instead, we have entered a new era of fierce geostrategic competition. With increasing competition, we are likely to continue to see frequent use of economic instruments such as sanctions, export controls and tariffs designed to protect economic and national security."

referenceEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered a special address at the World Economic Forum on January 21, 2025.

Strategic Rivalry between United States and China swp-berlin.org SWP 2 facts

claimIndustrial policy, market access, and data security are high on the agenda of the European Commission under the leadership of Ursula von der Leyen.

claimThe European Commission, led by Ursula von der Leyen, prioritizes industrial policy, market access, and data security as key agenda items.

Tracking Trump's Trade Deals | Council on Foreign Relations cfr.org Inu Manak, Allison J. Smith · Council on Foreign Relations Mar 17, 2026 1 fact

quoteEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated regarding the U.S.-EU trade deal: “Today’s deal creates certainty in uncertain times. It delivers stability and predictability, for citizens and businesses on both sides of the Atlantic.”

Europe's Strategic Recalibration: Embracing Autonomy Amid ... hornreview.org Horn Review Apr 3, 2025 1 fact

claimEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has outlined plans to mobilize hundreds of billions of euros over the coming years to strengthen European defense capabilities.

Geopolitics of Trump Tariffs: How U.S. Trade Policy Has Shaken Allies cfr.org Edward Alden, Matthias Matthijs, Sheila A. Smith, Joshua Kurlantzick · Council on Foreign Relations Sep 10, 2025 1 fact

accountEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met with U.S. President Donald Trump at his Turnberry golf resort in Scotland in late July to negotiate a trade deal.

The EU's Open Strategic Autonomy and the challenge of ... globalpolicyjournal.com Eugenia Baroncelli · Global Policy Journal Aug 27, 2025 1 fact

referencePolitico published an article titled 'What’s in von der Leyen’s plan to save the EU economy?' on January 30, 2025.

Iran War: A Defining Moment for the Middle East—Global Analysis ... ajc.org American Jewish Committee 1 fact

claimIn a joint statement on February 28, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa warned of the risks of escalation regarding the military strikes against the Iranian regime but did not condemn the military action.

Quest for Strategic Autonomy? Europe Grapples with the US - China ... realinstitutoelcano.org Real Instituto Elcano Jun 26, 2025 1 fact

claimUrsula von der Leyen called for the European Union to adapt state-aid rules in response to the United States' green subsidy scheme, as reported by Politico on 4 December 2022.

Opportunities and Challenges of a Global Renewable Energy Goal worldfuturecouncil.org Lena Dente · World Future Council 1 fact

claimEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called for global targets on renewable energy and energy efficiency at the Major Economies Forum on Energy and Climate in April.